Week 1
Week 1: Python Foundations and Decisions
Combine Python basics, input/output, variables, data types, and conditionals into one focused launch week.
Week 1: Python Foundations and Decisions
Students learn how Python programs read input, store values, convert data types, print output, and make decisions with conditionals.
Topics
print()andinput()- variables and assignment
- strings, integers, and numeric conversion
- comparison operators
if,elif, andelse
Required Problems
- Hello Kingston
- Hours to Minutes
- Sum Two Numbers
- Ready for Review
- Grade Calculator
Lesson completion is automatic. Students complete the week when every required problem has an accepted submission.
Knowledge checks
Quizzes for this lesson
Passing required quizzes contributes to lesson completion.
Python Basic Syntax, Arithmetic, and If Statements
Passing score: 100%
Required practice
Problems for this lesson
Solve all required problems to complete the lesson.
Hello Kingston
Read a student name and print a Caribbean Code welcome message.
Hours to Minutes
A student practiced for `h` full hours. Convert that time to minutes.
Sum Two Numbers
Given two integers, output their sum.
Ready for Review
A student is ready for certification review if their practice score is at least 70.
Grade Calculator
Given a numeric score, print the matching letter grade.